Abstract: The present invention provides nutrient fortifying composition for food products. More particularly the present invention provides chromium and boron fortifying composition comprising boron source, trivalent chromium source, copper ion source, class II preservative (202), and acidity regulator (330). The invention further provides a hydration supplement and a fortified water beverage to supplement the deficiencies of chromium and boron in humans.

Abstract: Nutrient fortifying composition for food products and electrolyte fortifying composition for recharge comprising calcium chloride, magnesium chloride, potassium bicarbonate, acidity regulator, copper sulphate; and class II preservative. A hydration supplement and a fortified water beverage to supplement the deficiencies of chromium and boron in humans. The hydrating supplement is such that the amount of the calcium chloride is 9.5% to 15.695% by weight, amount of Magnesium chloride is 2.2% to 10.31% by weight, amount of potassium bicarbonate is 10.2% to 15.99% by weight and amount of Copper sulfate is 32.14% to 55.7% by weight. The hydrating supplement is in liquid or semi I solid form, such as a beverage such as aerated drink or treated water.

Abstract: The present invention provides nutrient fortifying composition for food products and water beverages. More particularly the present invention provides calcium fortifying composition comprising calcium lactate gluconate, copper ion source, acidity regulators and class II preservative (202). The invention further provides a hydration supplement and a fortified water beverage to supplement the deficiencies of calcium in humans.

Abstract: A process for the preparation of the treated water fortified with the micro nutrients comprises pre-treating and sterilizing the water, resulting in a pure permeate. The said permeate is passed through ozonator for further sterilizing the water and thereafter it is de-ozonated to produce on line sterile water. The treated water is fortified with dosing at least one bio-available micro nutrient and/or sanitizing agent into the flowing water on line. The finished product must conform to the control drink preparation standards.

Abstract: The present invention provides a method to solubilize and infuse calcium phosphate directly into water, water beverages and juices at very high concentration from which it is readily available for immediate and complete absorption. A premix of powdered ingredients including ground limestone, amino acetic acid phosphate, amino acetic acid citrate and optionally zinc carbonate, acidulants sweeteners and/or flavors can be mixed with the water, water beverages and juices. The water, water beverages and juices containing infused calcium phosphate do not require further processing and are readily consumable.

Abstract: A water purifying and flavor infusion device that includes a lower reservoir for storing filtered water, and a pitcher top removably affixed to the lower reservoir. The pitcher top includes a lid, an upper reservoir, and a filter housing affixed to and extending below the upper reservoir. The filter housing is adapted to contain a filter cartridge wherein the upper reservoir and the filter housing are in liquid communication. The device also includes an infusion tube for infusing filtered water with an additive.

Abstract: There is provided a process to extract drinking water from a plant, which includes the steps of: a) filtrating collected plant sap to separate plant water content from concentrated plant extract; and b) disinfecting the separated plant water content to remove or inactivate microorganism to obtain plant drinking water. and the process may further include step c) bottling the plant drinking water. There is also provided plant drinking water prepared according to the process and a liquid beverage containing plant drinking water and nutriments and/or dietary minerals extracted from plants and optionally any flavoring ingredients.

Abstract: The invention relates to a process and a device for enriching water, in particular drinking water, with magnesium ions. In order to enable enrichment of water with magnesium ions in exchange for calcium ions and/or heavy metal ions during treatment of water, and in particular of drinking water, it is proposed according to the invention to pass the water through an ion exchanger which contains a weakly acidic ion exchange material, wherein at least a part of its ion exchange capacity is loaded with magnesium ions.

Abstract: Beverages comprising sodium ion in an amount correlated to the sodium ion concentration of a subject's sweat used to prehydrate before exertion or to restore lost electrolyte and water resulting from physical exertion. Such use can avoid or substantially reduce losses in performance and, in cramp prone individuals, avoid or substantially reduce cramping brought on by physical exertion.

Abstract: The invention relates to compositions comprising novel blends of nutritional ingredients and solid, semi-solid and beverage compositions comprising such blends. In particular, this invention relates to rehydration, energy and recovery beverages (e.g. sports drinks), compositions for support of weight management, as well as digestive, bone, cognitive and heart health.

Abstract: The present invention concerns a process for treating water and the use of calcium carbonate in such a process. In particular, the present invention is directed to a process for remineralization of water comprising the steps of providing feed water, and injecting gaseous carbon dioxide and a slurry into the feed water, wherein the slurry comprises micronized calcium carbonate.

Abstract: An alkaline antioxidant mineral water comprises tripotassium phosphate and multiple healthful minerals in water, which is free of chlorine, fluoride, and heavy metals. The alkaline mineral water further includes organic potassium, calcium, zinc, magnesium, selenium and 79 trace minerals from ancient sea salt. The trace minerals are taken from the low-sodium technically-processed magnesium chloride marine deposits and chelated with amino acids. The amino acids are obtained from a non-animal source which is suitable for vegetarian and persons who are allergic to animal proteins. The alkaline antioxidant mineral water neutralizes and eliminates the excess acids in human body, thus improving blood circulation. In addition, it provides electrolytes and minerals, which are beneficial to human body.

Abstract: Disclosed is a preparation method of weakly basic, ionized, mineralized and healthy drinking water including purifying the tap water by precipitation, filtration and other conventional methods to obtain clean water; and getting the said clean water through reverse osmosis (RO) membrane to obtain RO pure water; heating the said RO pure water to 35-100 degrees celsius by magnetic oscillation or by heating, and then making the RO pure water through weak alkaline, ionized, and mineralization composition, and then filtering the RO pure water by coconut carbon cartridge and PP cotton filter element in turn. The water prepared by the method of the present invention is beneficial to the health of human body and suitable for long-term consumption.

Abstract: An apparatus for preparing and dispensing a flavored ice beverage and a method of using thereof. The apparatus includes at least one container for holding flavor ingredients, a blending unit including a blender container and a blending mechanism, an ice flakes supplying unit, a mechanism for transferring the flavor ingredients to the blender container and a computerized control unit for controlling one or more aspects of the process of producing the ice beverage. The flavor ingredients can be in grain form, powder form or in liquid form.

Abstract: The present invention relates to water-based coatings for frozen confectioneries intended for animal consumption. In particular, it relates to the use of starch and protein in the preparation of a low fat water-based coating for a frozen confectionery.

Abstract: Methods and systems for grouping, recovering, and processing ice obtained from an ice source, i.e., a glacier, ice sheet, ice cap, etc., are described herein. In particular, the ice obtained from the ice source is separated and grouped according to common unique properties and processed as a beverage for consumption having the same unique properties.

Abstract: We disclose a water-based solution containing xylitol that helps reduce the risk of dental problems. The solution may be pre-packaged in a readably consumable form, or it may be packaged as a concentrate that can be added to beverage at the time of consumption. In addition to xylitol, other additives may be added to the solution including fluoride, flavoring, vitamins, caffeine, carbonation, electrolytes, minerals, sugars, and sugar alcohols.

Abstract: Nutritional compositions and methods of making and using the nutritional compositions are provided. In a general embodiment, the present disclosure provides nutritional compositions having whey protein micelles and leucine. The nutritional compositions provide a sufficient amount of leucine to improve protein synthesis in humans, while also maintaining a low-viscosity fluid matrix and acceptable organoleptic properties.

Abstract: Provided herein are compositions and methods for preparing foods and beverages that contain additives. Additives include nutraceuticals, pharmaceuticals, and supplements, such as essential fatty acids, including omega-3 fatty acids, omega-6 fatty acids, conjugated fatty acids, and other fatty acids; phytochemicals, including phytosterols; other oils; and coenzymes, including Coenzyme Q10, and other oil-based additives.

Abstract: Provided herein are compositions and methods for preparing foods and beverages that contain additives, such as nutraceuticals, pharmaceuticals, and supplements, such as essential fatty acids, including omega-3 fatty acids, omega-6 fatty acids, conjugated fatty acids, and other fatty acids; phytochemicals, including phytosterols; other oils; and coenzymes, including Coenzyme Q10, and other oil-based additives.

Abstract: An electrolyte concentrate for producing hydration beverages can include a sea water concentrate which includes natural minerals. A zinc mineral salt is also included as a primary supplemental mineral, while a potassium mineral salt serves as a secondary supplemental mineral. Further, a citric acid is provided in an amount sufficient to lower a pH of the electrolyte concentrate below about 3.0. The electrolyte concentrate can be particularly useful in forming hydration beverages for athletes and individuals to provide rehydration and nutritional benefits with improved flavor and no added sugar.

Abstract: A concentrated alkali buffer+minerals supplement additive for human consumption having a pH value of approximately 12.5, formed by combining potassium hydroxide (KOH) and sodium hydroxide (NaOH) with magnesium carbonate hydroxide (MgCO3)4.Mg (OH)2.5H2O and zinc carbonate (ZnCO3) with water in a ratio of one part active ingredients to about nine parts H2O. The new formulation raises the pH level in the stomach which influences the stomach to produce more hydrochloric acid and additional bicarbonate, which travels to the intestines and is absorbed into the blood supply. The production of additional bicarbonate absorbed into the blood supply reduces acid in the arterial blood to the healthy range of 7.37-7.43 pH.

Abstract: A method for manufacturing green-energy water, including: conducting water flow through a self-support visible-light photocatalytic reaction device, which decomposes the water into hydrogen ions and hydroxide ions; conducting the hydrogen ions and the hydroxide ions through an ion separation device, which separates the hydrogen ions and the hydroxide ions from each other; and conducting the separated hydroxide ions into an amount of water to form an amount of alkaline green-energy water and conducting the separated hydrogen ions into another amount of water to form an amount of acidulous green-energy water. The green-energy water manufactured in this way is environmentally friendly and can be used in cleaning purposes of photoelectric and semiconductor industries, processing of waste water, organic cultivation, organic agriculture, purification of water, sterilization of medical facility.

Abstract: A synchronized water is disclosed, in which all single water molecules at the same time are arranged in an identical way to a stable homogeneous microstructure, wherein said synchronized water in a distilled condition and at atmospheric pressure has a) a density of from 0.997855 to 0.998836 g/ml at 22° C., b) a water temperature at the freezing point of from ?6.7° C. to ?8.2° C., c) a melting point of from 0.1° C. to 0.2° C., d) a surface tension of from 72.3 to 72.7 dyn/cm at 22 and e) a dielectric constant of from 82.4 to 82.6 F/m, as well as a method for preparation thereof and different uses thereof.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a Carnallite salt preparation useful in edible products, such as a food, beverage, dietary supplement, oral care, nutraceutical pet food, animal feed, pharmaceutical and other edible products. The Carnallite salt preparation of the invention is without high levels of sodium chloride and notably low in bromide. The Carnallite salt preparation may be a food grade product with dietary acceptable bromide levels. The present invention further relates to edible products comprising the Carnallite salt preparation, such as reduced sodium food products.

Abstract: The invention relates to a preparation process of a co-crystal made of sugar and a natural sweetener and, eventually, another aggregate and with said product. The process is further related with co-crystallizing sucrose and a natural sweetener in a vacuum pan under controlled pressure and temperature conditions and separating the crystal from the sugar juice. At the end of the process, the co-crystallized sub-products are used for producing a low calorie content liquid sweetener such that in a high percentage all the stock material is used.

Abstract: A water-like fluid containing safe water and soluble dietary fiber(s). The resulting solution is generally optically clear and has physical properties similar to potable water. The fluid is intended as a replacement for bottled, or other water, as a means to ensure proper hydration. Depending on the soluble fiber used the fluid is either non-caloric or extremely low in calories. The amount of soluble fiber is adjusted to a specific amount of water so that consumption of an adequate amount of fluid ensures hydration. In one embodiment, a flavoring may be added to the resulting solution.

Abstract: Methods and systems for grouping, recovering, and processing ice obtained from an ice source, i.e., a glacier, ice sheet, ice cap, etc., are described herein. In particular, the ice obtained from the ice source is separated and grouped according to common unique properties and processed as a beverage for consumption having the same unique properties.

Abstract: A method for producing clumped frozen food products includes the steps of forming a plurality of cryogenically manufactured ice cream units; conveying the units along a conveyor to a rotating container; disposing a liquid on the units while the units are within the rotating container, wherein the liquid hardens into a binder that facilitates fusion of individual units with one another to form a plurality of clumps, each of the clumps respectively comprising a plurality of fused units coupled with the binder. After forming into clumps, the clumps may be removed from the rotating container and stored in a frozen form.

Abstract: The invention pertains to the use of a supplement for making metals (nutritionally) available to animals, said supplement comprising at least one compound selected from the group consisting of glutamic acid N,N-diacetic acid (GLDA), a metal complex of GLDA, a sodium salt of GLDA, a potassium salt of GLDA, methylglycine-N,N-diacetic acid (MGDA), a metal complex of MGDA, a sodium salt of MGDA, a potassium salt of MGDA, ethylenediamine N,N?-disuccinic acid (EDDS), a metal complex of EDDS, a sodium salt of EDDS, a potassium salt of EDDS, iminodisuccinic acid (IDS), a metal complex of IDS, a sodium salt of IDS, and a potassium salt of IDS.

Abstract: Fiber-water is a composition containing water and soluble fiber that tasted, looks smells and feels like pure water. The RDA of fiber is contained within the recommended 64 ounces of daily water intake. The water composition is supplemented with an acidulate that extends it's shelf life. Optionally, the composition also includes minerals. The RDA of minerals is contained in the recommended 64 ounces of fiber water.

Abstract: The invention provides a system for supplying a magnesium enriched drinking water, including circulating water through a bed of magnesium compound. The health-promoting water contains magnesium between 10 and 500 mg/liter, and further it may contain additional health promoting salts, while being sodium free.

Abstract: A base-syrup composition is described, wherein the base syrup is made up of one or more non-nutritive sweeteners, an invert sugar, and other optional additives are included in a reduced-calorie beverage or food product to achieve a taste substantially similar to that of a full-calorie beverage or food product. The combination is suitable for use in reduced-calorie carbonated and non-carbonated beverages, wherein the products and the base fluids exhibit a Harzen color number (APHA) of ?60. Preferably, the one or more non-nutritive sweeteners include one or more steviosides, a Stevia glycoside, a derivative of a Stevia glycoside, a glycoside of steviol, and/or a Lo Han Guo extract, including one or more mogrosides.

Abstract: A beverage composition for strengthening and protecting tooth structure from decay and cavities, and for promoting dental health is provided. The beverage composition comprises one or more of about 0.5% to about 5% by weight of a polyol, about 0.005% to about 25% by weight of a natural and/or an artificial sweetener, about 1% to about 30% by weight of one or more vitamins and minerals, and their derivatives, a soluble source of fluoride ions containing about 0.1 ppm to about 1 ppm of fluoride ions, about 0.002% to about 0.008% of a water soluble casein, predetermined quantities of an herbal and/or fruit extract, a licorice root extract obtained, for example, from Glycyrrhiza uralensis, a non-mineral nutritional supplement, a flavoring agent, a preservative, a coloring agent, and a sufficient amount of a base composition, for example, water. The pH of the beverage composition is about 3.5 to about 7.0.

Abstract: A composition interacts with a biological cell system that includes bioactive molecules with biomolecular surfaces, cellular components and water molecules with a specific density. The composition includes a biologically active component that is constructed to increase an activity of a biological cell system by increasing the hydration of one or more components of that cell system. The biologically active component may include a primary carbohydrate clathrate subcomponent that increases the H-bonded structure of water, and a secondary solute subcomponent. The biologically active component may include an inclusion complex that is made up of a clathrate component and a complex-forming compound. The clathrate subcomponent may include amyloses or cyclodextrins. There is also a beverage and a method that improves cellular hydration in an animal, such as a human.

Abstract: A stabilized ? cryptoxanthin-containing water being capable of being utilized in food and drink is provided with low cost. The stabilized ? cryptoxanthin-containing water of the present embodiments is a stabilized ? cryptoxanthin-containing water containing: water; ? cryptoxanthin; and vitamin C, wherein the ? cryptoxanthin is stabilized by adding the vitamin C to the water containing the ? cryptoxanthin. The vitamin C has superior safety and is inexpensive, and the ? cryptoxanthin can be stabilized by the vitamin C alone without using in combination with the other stabilizing agent. Therefore, according to the present embodiments, the ? cryptoxanthin in the water can be stabilized with safety and low cost.

Abstract: The present invention provides methods and systems for a water filtration and flavor additive device that includes a lower reservoir for storing filtered water having a base and a top portion, an upper reservoir, a filter housing affixed to and extending below the upper reservoir. The filter housing is adapted to contain a filter cartridge wherein the upper reservoir and the filter housing are in liquid communication. The device further includes a mixing chamber for receiving a flavor additive and allowing for the mixture of the flavor additive and filtered water.

Abstract: A water-like fluid containing safe water and a significant quantity of soluble dietary fiber. The resulting solution is generally optically clear and has physical properties similar to potable water. The fluid is intended as a replacement for bottled, or other water, as a means to ensure proper hydration. Depending on the soluble fiber used the fluid is either non-caloric or extremely low in calories. The amount of soluble fiber is adjusted to a specific amount of water so that consumption of an adequate amount of fluid ensures hydration (e.g., eight 8 oz. glasses per day) will also providing an optimal amount of dietary fiber. This is particularly valuable in stressed situations where the diet may not provide adequate fiber without supplementation. The constant metered supply of fiber provided throughout the day is preferable to, and more convenient than, “bolus” administration of fiber through laxatives, etc.

Abstract: A device and mechanism for recommending a water filter in a beverage dispenser is described. A sensor senses qualities of unfiltered water. Another sensor senses qualities of a flavorant container, such as the flavorant contained within the container. Based on the quality of the unfiltered water and the particular flavored beverage desired, the device will recommend a water filter to optimize the flavor of the beverage.

Abstract: The present invention relates to beverage compositions and methods for producing beverage compositions with a quantity of omega-3 fatty acids (n-3 PUFAs). Specifically, the beverage compositions comprise a quantity of stearidonic acid (SDA) enriched soybean oil that imparts improved nutritional quality with a quantity of n-3 PUFAs, but retains the mouthfeel, flavor, odor, and other sensory characteristics associated with typical beverage compositions.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a container (20) designed for being inserted into a device (1) for preparing a frozen confection (52), said container (20) comprising at least one scraper (24) movable within the container (20) and said container (20) containing ingredients (23) for producing a frozen confection (52) when being cooled and moved. The present invention further relates to a container holder (15) adapted to receive a container (20) said container holder (15) having a heat exchange surface being in tight contact with the container (20) and comprising channels (45) allowing a cooling agent to run along the heat exchange surface. The present invention additionally relates to a device (1) for preparing a frozen confection.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a container (20) designed for being inserted into a device (1) for preparing a frozen confection (17), said container (20) comprising a sealed flexible casing (25) and said container (20) containing ingredients (15) for producing a frozen confection (17) when being cooled and mechanically forced. The present invention further relates to a device (1) for preparing a frozen confection (17) from a container (20) inserted into the device (1). The present invention further relates to a method for preparing a frozen confection.

Abstract: Taste of a non-nutritive steviol glycoside sweetener is improved by using anisic acid in an amount sufficient to mask the metallic aftertaste of the non-nutritive steviol glycoside sweetener when the sweetener is contained in a beverage, beverage concentrate or syrup, or reduced calorie sweetener.

Abstract: According to the invention, an apparatus for providing a frozen edible substance to an animal is disclosed. In one embodiment, the apparatus includes a container, a support element, a securing element, and a mounting element. The container may be configured to receive an edible substance and contain the edible substance during freezing of the edible substance, but be removable from the substance afterwards. The support element may be configured to receive and support the edible substance after freezing. The securing element may be configured to couple with the edible substance during freezing and secure the edible substance to the support element. The mounting element may be configured to couple with the support element and secure the support element to a surface.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a food grade colouring agent for the preparation of coloured ice cubes, wherein the colouring agent comprises dried red cabbage, to a method for the preparation of the colouring agent, comprising the steps of chopping and drying red cabbage, to a method for the preparation of a coloured liquid, wherein the colouring agent is extracted with water and/or ethanol, and to the use of the coloured liquid for the preparation for coloured ice cubes or confectionary.

Abstract: Described is the use of isoamyl acetate in food compositions for weight management and/or weight control. Further described is a beverage containing isoamyl acetate.

Abstract: An electrolyte blend is provided having a minimal salty taste in water or other rehydration compositions. One electrolyte blend includes sodium lactate and potassium chloride. An alternate electrolyte blend includes sodium lactate, potassium gluconate, and calcium chloride. The electrolyte blend may be provided as a beverage product, for example a rehydration product containing carbohydrates. In addition, a rehydration beverage composition is provided including water, at least one sweetener, at least one acid, and an electrolyte blend including sodium chloride, sodium lactate, and at least one of potassium chloride, potassium citrate and monopotassium phosphate. An alternate beverage composition is provided including water, at least one sweetener, at least one acid, and an electrolyte blend including sodium chloride, magnesium oxide, calcium lactate, and at least one of potassium chloride, potassium citrate, monopotassium phosphate, sodium lactate and calcium chloride.

Abstract: Methods and systems for grouping, recovering, and processing ice obtained from an ice source, i.e., a glacier, ice sheet, ice cap, etc., are described herein. In particular, the ice obtained from the ice source is separated and grouped according to common unique properties and processed as a beverage for consumption having the same unique properties.

Abstract: A method of recovering palatable potable storable water from a process for concentrating an extracted juice, the method including the steps of: providing the extracted juice; concentrating the extracted juice to form a concentrated juice stream and a concentrator waste stream, wherein the concentrator waste stream is not palatable, potable or storable; and purifying the concentrator waste stream to provide palatable potable storable water including the step of passing the concentrator waste stream through activated carbon.

Abstract: The basic water can, for example, be used as a de-acidification drink and/or as a pH-stabilizing medium. The lye is preferably manufactured with an electrolysis method or with a membrane electrolysis method. Caustic soda lye (NaOH), caustic potash lye (KOH), or calcium hydroxide solution (Ca(OH)2) but also other lyes are suitable as the lye. The water can, for example, be drinking water, table water, spring water, mineral water, melt water, rain water, well water, ground water, tap water, osmosis water, and/or spa water or medicinal water. Aroma substances and/or colorings can be admixed to the basic water. The basic water can, for example, be used as a food, or as a high-value food supplement, as a mineralization medium, as a drink, or as a detoxification medium, as a hydration medium, as a mineralization medium, or as a de-acidification medium for humans and animals.